Because Aldric wasn’t just anyone—he was the son to be Alpha, the sole heir to the Silverclaw Pack's leadership, destined to take over once his father stepped down.
And me? I was Selene, an omega from a humble family. I had no prestigious bloodline or ties to the elite pack circles. The mate bond between us was a blessing from the Moon Goddess, but it felt more like a curse to some.
Before our bond was made public, I had never been a part of the inner elite. I didn’t know the pressures that came with being linked to someone like Aldric. I had thought love was enough—thought our bond would be enough.
Aldric’s closest friends had always been Eamon, a fierce warrior from a powerful lineage, and Seraphine, a graceful omega with a long history by his side. They had grown up together, inseparable since childhood. Seraphine, in particular, was adored by the pack. Her family’s influence stretched across territories, and many believed she should have been Aldric’s mate.